Cataract Surgeon
Ohio
Dr. James A. McHale is Director of Cataract Surgery at Columbus Ophthalmology Associates, where he has practiced since 2004. A graduate of Miami University and The Ohio State University College of Medicine, he specializes in cataract surgery and has nearly two decades of experience helping patients achieve better vision.
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(614) 751-4070Dr. James A. McHale serves as the Director of Cataract Surgery at Columbus Ophthalmology Associates and has been part of the practice since 2004. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, as the youngest of five children, Dr. McHale has dedicated nearly two decades to the privilege and responsibility of restoring sight as an eye surgeon.
He earned undergraduate degrees in Biology and Psychology, along with a minor in Neuroscience, from Miami University. He then attended medical school and completed his ophthalmology residency at The Ohio State University, where he served as President of the Medical School Student Council. While at OSU, he also founded, managed, and played on the medical school soccer team.
Dr. McHale is married to his college sweetheart, Jennifer, whom he credits as “the glue that holds his family together.” They have three children—Kaitlyn, James, and Will—and share a love for soccer, hiking, skiing, and the mountains. The family’s Boston terrier, Max, is a beloved companion who enjoys tug-of-war, naps, and simply being a good boy.
Ohio State University College of Medicine
Medical School
Ohio State University Hospital
Internship, Transitional Year, 2000-2001
Ohio State University Hospital
Residency, Ophthalmology, 2001-2004
English
AAO Fellow
American Board of Ophthalmology (ABMS®)
Certified in Ophthalmology
OH State Medical License
Active through 2026
Provider NPI:
1578529418
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Dr. McHale is one in a billion very compassionate and explained all his findings in great detail. Treated me like family. So happy I am seeing him for my eye care!
Dr Mc Hale was on time and efficient in managing my care. He is an excellent surgeon and has a great sense of humor.
Dr. McHale is an excellent and skillful Opthalmologist. Very patient centered during eye exam. The entire staff is remarkable.
Dr. McHale is an angel. I thank him for his wonderful spirit and the impeccable manner in which he executed my surgery. I thank God for selecting him to provide services for me.
The surgeon was very thorough in explaining the procedure and what to expect. The outcome has been fantastic, with my vision now sharper than ever. The care I received was top-notch, and I highly recommend this practice to others.
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